Genghis Cohen WeHo Restaurant
The WeHo restaurant Genghis Cohen is one of the places that has taken on a life of its own. It’s more than just a restaurant and a place to grab a tasty bite with a date or a few friends. It’s a personality, it’s an experience, and it’s an institution of the area. Learn more about the Genghis Cohen WeHo restaurant and what you can expect from a visit below with this quick review.
New York Style Szechuan Chinese Cuisine
Genghis Cohen serves New York style Szechuan Chinese cuisine. You might be wondering, what is that kind of place doing in West Hollywood, and what is that kind of food? Well, Genghis Cohen was the first of its kind in the area, and has been open since October of 1983. The original slogan for the establishment was “Hot & Cool” and that’s what the food, the restaurant and the vibes are all about today.
It’s more than a restaurant, it’s also a thriving bar, and a popular venue for local music acts, with an intimate and lively 60-seat music room. Typically you’ll find live music at least six nights of the week, and usually there is more than one act per evening, so there’s always some great entertainment on hand. Sometimes the music is supplemented with comedy acts or other performances as well.
The food definitely brings a flavorful kick at this WeHo restaurant. So much so that there isn’t just one denotation for something spicy, there are three different levels of spicy items! From the mildly spicy all the way to the very spicy hot. You’ll certainly find many of the Chinese dishes you’ve come to know and love over the years, like Mongolian Beef, Beef & Broccoli, Mu Shu Pork, Kung Pao Chicken and Shrimp and more.
There are also dozens of different noodle dishes and other Chinese classics. Many of the best items on the menu though can be found elsewhere, like in the Genghis Cohen Specials, offering plates like Triple Kung Pao and Crispy Duck, as well as Spicy Garlic Lamb. The pan fried potstickers and steamed dumplings are sensational, and the soups and starters are great too. For example, you’ll find Three Flavor Sizzling Rice Soup with shrimp, scallops and chicken, and the Cohen Slaw & Pickles appetizer, Curry Chicken Wings, and the Krispy Kanton Knish.
If you’re looking for a lively night out, a twist to your usual lunch routine, or just something with some real oomph and kick to it with your food, then give Genghis Cohen a try. It’s a WeHo restaurant you’ll have to go to for yourself to truly experience and be in the know about, and it’s an affordable, fun and tasty trip.
Genghis Cohen
740 North Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90046-7206
Phone: (323) 653-0640
http://genghiscohen.com/
Hours: Sunday-Tuesday 12 pm – 10:30 pm; Wednesday & Thursday 12 pm – 11 pm; Friday & Saturday 12 pm – 11:30 pm
Cuisine: Szechuan Chinese
Dress Code: Casual
Parking: Street parking and a private lot available
Cost Range: Entrees $10-$15
